Matthew Wessler
New York,NY
Summary
Project and Operations Manager with over 10 years of experience in leading complex projects from initiation to delivery. Expertise in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and creating detailed project plans that ensure timely and compliant outcomes. Recognized for strong communication skills and meticulous attention to detail, effectively translating strategic objectives into actionable tasks. PMP-certified, bringing a wealth of project management knowledge to diverse industries beyond healthcare.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
Optum
New York, NY
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Coordinated with vendors and internal teams to manage production timelines, review materials, and ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
- Created detailed workflows, project briefs, and documentation to guide cross-functional teams through multi-stage projects.
- Oversaw quality checks, compliance reviews, and approvals for operational deliverables.
- Managed recurring operational inventory needs and vendor relationships to ensure readiness and prevent delays.
- Analyzed operational data to uncover improvement opportunities and enhance efficiency.
- Led meetings to align team goals with organizational objectives and timelines.
IT Project Manager
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
Syosset, NY
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Led end-to-end project lifecycle, managing scoping, timeline development, milestone tracking, and stakeholder routing for approvals.
- Collaborated with design, compliance, and operations teams to ensure final outputs met regulatory requirements.
- Structured communication workflows for routing changes, collecting assets, and maintaining version control across contributors.
- Managed vendor relationships and coordinated deliverables to stay on track and within budget.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans aligned with business requirements.
- Monitored daily operations, generating progress reports, proposals, and presentations.
Project Manager
Cancer Care
New York, NY
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Served as creative lead for marketing campaigns, coordinating with agencies and internal teams to route assets and manage approvals.
- Oversaw print-related initiatives including collateral development, vendor communication, and quality review.
- Developed clear project briefs, schedules, and roadmaps to align creative, compliance, and leadership stakeholders.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects with shifting priorities and strict deadlines.
- Built strategic relationships with partners including AbbVie, Takeda, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Johnson & Johnson.
- Directed marketing and social media campaigns, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
DUX Education
West New York, NJ
05.2014 - 06.2019
- Spearheaded the implementation of two new programs, resulting in increased annual revenue..
- Streamlined workflows to enhance project tracking and documentation processes.
- Oversaw daily operations, including finance, recruiting, scheduling, and payroll management.
- Managed scheduling for over 150 students, teachers, and staff members.
- Developed training materials to support internal and external stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Environmental Design - Architecture
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO, USASkills
- Project management and coordination
- Creative brief development
- Vendor and supplier oversight
- Quality assurance and proofing
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Timeline and milestone tracking
- Compliance assessment
- Inventory management and ordering
- Process documentation
- Risk assessment and management
- Stakeholder communication
- Budgeting and cost approval
- Deliverable tracking
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
Optum
11.2024 - 11.2025
IT Project Manager
Optum, UnitedHealth Group
10.2022 - 11.2024
Project Manager
Cancer Care
01.2020 - 09.2022
Executive Assistant / Office Manager
DUX Education
05.2014 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Environmental Design - Architecture
University of Colorado Boulder